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Christmas Cheesecake

A rich and creamy baked cheesecake decorated with festive holiday toppings, perfect for Christmas celebrations.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
Filling
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 eggs large
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Springform pan
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Roasting pan

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C) and prepare springform pan.
  2. Mix crust ingredients and press into pan. Bake 10 minutes.
  3. Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and mix well.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, then sour cream and vanilla.
  5. Pour filling over crust and bake in water bath 60–70 minutes.
  6. Cool gradually, then refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving.

Notes

Decorate with festive holiday toppings before serving.